Ed Laskos

4 weeks ago | foxla.com | Ed Laskos

A Simi Valley family is devastated after a burglary suspect went to great lengths to rob their safe, without even stepping foot inside the small business. What we know:Security footage shows a man slithering on the floor of a candy/coffee shop next door to the jewelry store that was robbed. The suspect entered Dr. Conkey's Candy & Coffee shop through the roof. He then slithered his way to the wall adjacent to the jewelry store, then used power tools to cut through six to eight inches of concrete.

1 month ago | foxla.com | Ed Laskos

A high-end shoe store in Los Angeles was recently targeted by smash-and-grab burglars, marking the latest incident in a troubling trend of similar crimes plaguing local businesses. What we know:SoleStage, located in the Fairfax District, was hit by smash-and-grab burglars. Security camera footage shows a blue Toyota being used as a battering ram to smash open the storefront. SUGGESTED: Motorcyclist clocked at 100+ mph in LA police chase High-end merchandise was stolen in a matter of seconds.

Mar 18, 2025 | foxla.com | Ed Laskos

A town hall meeting held at Oliver Marquez Charter Elementary School, one of the schools severely damaged by the Palisades Fire, brought together educators and parents to discuss the challenges and commitments involved in rebuilding schools lost due to the fire. What we know:The January wildfire devastated three schools in the Palisades, including Marquez Elementary, Pali High, and Palisades Elementary School.

Nov 15, 2024 | foxla.com | Ed Laskos

Frustration continues to grow for a longtime family-owned business in the San Fernando Valley, citing that the City of Los Angeles has done nothing about a homeless encampment in the area. The encampment has caught fire multiple times in less than a month, causing damage to the Reseda shop. Shocking security video appears to show the unsheltered residents intentionally setting the fires and torching the area near their encampments.

Aug 29, 2024 | foxla.com | Kelli Johnson |Ed Laskos

After the owner of Langer's Deli expressed wanting to close down the legendary restaurant due to safety concerns around MacArthur Park in Los Angeles' Westlake District, owner Norm Langer met with LA Mayor Karen Bass. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Langer's Deli facing closure due to crime in Los Angeles Langer said he's standing by his ultimatum to the city to clean up the area or he's ready to close his doors for good. "I have no choice. I'm tired of pushing the cart uphill," Langer told FOX 11's Ed Laskos.